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Communique of GTTAC meeting of 20-21 February 2017
This Communique covers matters considered at the 51st meeting of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (20 & 21 February 2017, Canberra).
Communique of GTTAC Meeting of 20-21 Feb 2017
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 51st meeting of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (20 & 21 February 2017, Canberra).
The Biology of Brassica napus L. (canola) and Brassica juncea (L.) Czern. & Coss. (Indian mustard)
This document provides baseline information about the parent organisms for use in risk assessments of genetically modified B. napus and B. juncea that may be released into the Australian environment.
Communique of GTTAC Meeting of 17 January 2017
This Communiqué covers matters considered at the 12th video conference of the Gene Technology Technical Advisory Committee (17 January 2017).
Operations of the Gene Technology Regulator Annual Report 2015-16
The report describes the roles and responsibilities of the Gene Technology Regulator (Regulator) and the OGTR. It provides a picture of the OGTR’s performance over the past 12 months.
The Biology of Musa L. (banana)
This document provides baseline information about the parent organism for use in risk assessments of genetically modified (GM) Musa spp. that may be released into the Australian environment.
Application for a DIR licence involving a non-plant GMO
Use this form for applications for a licence for dealings (activities) with a non-plant GMO involving intentional release (DIR) of the GMO into the environment under the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Application for a DIR licence for commercial release of GM plants - example answers
This is a hypothetical case study provided as an example. It should not be cited as evidence in an application. Although the data and discussions are representative, this example may not include all considerations needed when assessing risks from a proposed GM plant commercial release.
The Biology of Gossypium hirsutum L. and Gossypium barbadense L. (cotton)
This document provides baseline information about the parent organism in risk assessments of genetically modified G. hirsutum or G. barbadense that may be released into the Australian environment.
Monitoring and compliance risk analysis protocol
This protocol outlines the broad framework used by the Monitoring and Compliance Section when undertaking risk assessments. It also informs any risk management plans.
Review Protocol
This protocol describes the review system used to assess operational and compliance issues that arise during monitoring, auditing and investigation of dealings with genetically modified organisms.
Compliance and Enforcement Policy 2016
This document sets out the policy framework the Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) will use when dealing with possible contraventions of the legislation in accordance with criminal, civil and administrative provisions.
OGTR Audit Protocol 2016
Audit Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Community attitudes 2015 report
There has been a drop in both awareness and support for gene technologies in Australia since 2012, with mean levels of support dropping from 6.07 out of ten to 5.33. As in previous studies it appears that people with less knowledge of gene technology are less likely to support it.
Practice note: Field monitoring patterns
This note describes a number of field monitoring procedures that provide an accurate basis upon which to determine
compliance or non-compliance in relation to field trials conducted under Dealings involving Intentional Release (DIRs).
Monitoring Protocol February 2015
Monitoring Protocol In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000.
Unannounced spot checks February 2015
Practice Note: Unannounced Spot Checks In accordance with the Gene Technology Act 2000
Three Monthly Checklist for a PC2 Large Grazing Animal Facility
Checklist against the conditions of certification under the Gene Technology Regulator’s Guidelines for Certification of a Physical Containment Level 2 Large Grazing Animal Facility.
Application Checklist for a Physical Containment Level 2 Large Grazing Animal Facility
Checklist against the requirements for certification under the Gene Technology Regulator’s Guidelines for Certification of a Physical Containment Level 2 Large Grazing Animal Facility.
Guidelines for Certification of a Physical Containment Level 2 Large Grazing Animal Facility
The guidelines (Part A) contain the requirements for certification of a Physical Containment Level 2 (PC2) Large Grazing Animal Facility issued pursuant to section 90 of the Gene Technology Act 2000 (the Act).
Annual Inspection Checklist for PC2 Animal Facility
This checklist is based on the usual conditions of certification as detailed in the Gene Technology Regulator’s Guidelines for Certification of a Physical Containment Level 2 Animal Facility.
Explanatory Information - Guide to Physical Containment Levels and Facility Types
This document describes the Physical Containment (PC) levels used by the Gene Technology Regulator in the certification of facilities. It also explains the categories of organisms and types of dealings intended to be contained in each facility type and PC level.
Explanatory Information - Certification of Physical Containment Facilities
This document provides further details on certification, how to get a facility certified and how to maintain a certification.
Risk Analysis Framework (2013)
The Risk Analysis Framework outlines the OGTR's approach to conducting risk assessment and preparing risk management plans and licence conditions. It also outlines how we communicate with stakeholders about risk analysis.
Explanatory Information on the Guidelines for Accreditation of Organisations
This document provides further information about how to get accredited and how to stay accredited.